Archive for April 2023
Reflection on the Fourth Sunday of Easter
The image of Jesus as shepherd and his followers as sheep has endured over many centuries even for those who have never had the experience of watching a shepherd caring…
Read MoreRemembrance of the Life of Sister Carol Ann Ptacek SL
Loretto Sister Carol Ann Ptacek died April 29 at Loretto Living Center, Loretto Motherhouse, Nerinx, Ky. Her funeral Mass was celebrated by the Rev. Jim Graf May 8 at Loretto…
Read MoreYouth Eagerly Return to New York for the 67th U.N. Commission on the Status of Women
After three years of online events due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was pure joy to welcome 16 students from Loretto schools in Denver and El Paso to the 67th…
Read MoreLoretto celebrates 211 years of community life, serving others
Tracing ancestors has become a wonderful adventure for many families. Maps can fill a dining room table, with lines connecting each generation and often names of people family members have…
Read MoreReflection on the Third Sunday of Easter
When I was a child growing up in a household with numerous siblings there was often chaos as you can well imagine. My mother would sometimes register her frustration by…
Read MoreSave Bernheim Now!
Bernheim attorneys state that “The procedural regulations and many laws in Kentucky (and many other states) are written to greatly favor extractive industries and highway projects over the rights of…
Read MoreRead the latest issue of the Loretto Circle eNewsletter – 4/19/2023
Pakistan: Land of simplicity, hospitality and generosity
Join us as we learn about the people and diverse culture of the beloved homeland of our sisters in Pakistan as revealed through the eyes of Loretto’s newest novice, Pakistani…
Read MoreSecond Sunday of Easter – Divine Mercy Sunday
In today’s Gospel, John gives us enough material to reflect on for the rest of the week. Most of us, however, like homilies that are short and to the point,…
Read MoreToxic Contamination of Water Sources Poses Long-Term Hazards to American Communities and Environment
Originally posted by The Tablet on April 12, 2023 To understand how Catholics are responding to water pollution in their communities, OSV News spoke with advocates and agencies in Philadelphia,…
Read MoreLoretto Teacher Immersion Returns
The Loretto Teacher Immersion at the Loretto Motherhouse took place March 29 – April 1 after a three-year hiatus. In attendance were teachers from Loretto Academy, Nerinx Hall High School and St. Mary’s Academy. They were excited for an…
Read MoreKeepin’ It Rural
Published by Kentucky Monthly on March 30, 2023 The Bluegrass region is one of Kentucky’s quintessential landscapes. Scenic pastoral views are dotted with bourbon rickhouses. Mile after mile of black…
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